Geotechnical Engineer

Jobot; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full benefit package

Career growth mentorship

Job summary

Jobot is seeking Geotechnical Engineers to join a growing firm with operations nationwide. The role is based in northeastern Nevada with relocation assistance, offering a competitive salary and full benefits.

Ideal candidates have field investigation experience, soil mechanics expertise, and geotechnical modeling skills. Senior staff may require PE licensure; opportunities include professional growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• All levels of Geotechnical Engineers should apply.
• PE licensure strongly preferred for more senior roles.
• Experience with drilling methods (hollow-stem, sonic, mud-rotary) and CPT is beneficial.
• Deep knowledge of triaxial testing, direct shear tests, and consolidation data reduction.

Responsibilities

• Perform field investigations including drilling and soil logging.
• Analyze soil mechanics with standard tests and data reduction.
• Utilize geotechnical modeling for slope stability, settlement, and seepage.

Skills

Field Investigation

Soil Mechanics

Geotechnical Modeling

Finite Element Analysis

Education

PE licensure (preferred)

Tools

CAD

CPT data reduction

Job description

Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 per year

Job details

This company is a growing geotechnical contractor with operations across the country. This role will be in beautiful northeastern Nevada and will provide relocation assistance!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alex Dickinson

A bit about us

This is a growing geotechnical and engineering consulting firm that focuses on various projects across the country, including mining and drilling projects for municipal and private clients! This role will require relocation (if not local currently) to Northeast Nevada. It's a beautiful place to live with plenty of outdoor activities and sporting opportunity, including a low cost of living. No state income tax in Nevada!

Why join us

• Track record of high level employee retention
• Relocation assistance
• Full benefit package
• Career growth opportunity as well as partner mentorship

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution of $1,250 (among the highest in industry)
• Telemedicine
• 401k (Conventional and Roth) with an employer match up to 4%
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Long Term Care
• Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• $500 Health and Wellness Stipend

Job Details

• All levels of Geotechnical Engineers should apply
• For more senior engineers PE licensure is strongly preferred
• Field Investigation Experience: Skills in drilling methods (hollow-stem, sonic, mud-rotary), test pits, and soil logging are beneficial. Additionally, experience with cone penetrometer testing (CPT) and CPT data reduction is a plus.
• Soil Mechanics Experience: Deep knowledge of triaxial testing, direct shear tests, and consolidation data reduction. Familiarity with critical state soil mechanics is highly desirable.
• Geotechnical Modeling Experience: Proficiency in software related to slope stability, settlement, and seepage is a plus. Basic CAD skills are a benefit.
• Advanced Geotechnical Skills: Knowledge in areas such as liquefaction, seismic evaluations, and finite element modeling is advantageous.

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